A look at an antique French 1873 revolver (with firing demonstration)

This model 1873 MAS revolver was made in Saint-Étienne, France in 1879 and is in very good condition considering its age. Especially the chambers and bore are remarkably pristine, with no rust or pitting. It was originally used with the under-powered 11x17.8mmR cartridge but has been modified to accept .45 ACP ammo. I hand loaded and fired some cartridges with Hodgdon Triple Seven, a black powder substitute. I'm also comparing it side-by-side to the American single-action revolver that was adopted the same year, the Colt Peacemaker. ******************************************************************************** My favorite online store for buying swords (worldwide shipping): http://ww4.aitsafe.com/go.htm?go=kultofathena.com&afid=28632&tm=14&im=1 Channel-related shirts and stuff: http://skallagrim.spreadshirt.com/ Some recommended knife makers on Amazon: http://amzn.to/1qjwMNL Want to help fund future videos? http://www.patreon.com/skallagrim My Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SkallagrimYT